Buy, DIY, Be Inspired By: Maps As Art

Gallery walls are an obvious go-to when you have an empty wall to fill. And while photos and prints are the popular choice, the age-old tradition of decorating with maps is worth reviving.

Not only does it turn your wall into a talking point, it adds a touch of worldliness to your home. What's more, it's super easy to pull off. See for yourself below.

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Simon Upton

In the sitting area of John Dransfield and Geoffrey Ross's Somerset, New Jersey, home, the wall of a sitting area is filled with framed French military maps that date back to the 19th century and were commissioned by Napoléon III.

This do-it-yourself project from Sugar & Cloth is a creative take on mapping the world, and doesn't look one bit hand-made. All you need is a map to trace, gold leaf to add a bit of sparkle, and plain white frames.